Otohime no Kyujitsu in Sakai Old Port 2026

Dates & time: November 7, 2026 (Sat) - November 8, 2026 (Sun) ・Nov 7 (Sat) 12:00–19:00
・Nov 8 (Sun) 11:00–18:00
Price & booking: Free entry and free boat rides (some workshops and all food and drinks are paid) Boat rides: advance lottery (closes Oct 16) or same-day first-come sign-up. Ukulele lesson: first 25 via the application form
Venue & access: Sakai Old Port waterfront promenade (Sakai Kyuko Shinsui Gogan) About 500 m from Sakai Station (Nankai Main Line). No car parking (bicycle parking available)

There are 1 public restrooms within a 8-minute walk of Sakai Old Port waterfront promenade (Sakai Kyuko Shinsui Gogan). The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

A two-day event run by Sakai City that turns the waterside of Sakai's old port into a playground. Around 20 food and drink stalls line the promenade, with live music and DJ sets by the water. The highlight is a free pleasure-boat ride — large and small boats take you out to see the port from the sea. There are plenty of hands-on workshops for kids, such as pottery, candle making and a giant smart-ball game, plus an Expo 2025 legacy display including art furniture from the Jordan Pavilion. Entry is free, making it an easy half-day by the harbor for families.

Programs

Timetable & Map

Participating Shops

Shop List & Map

From the vendor list on Sakai City's official page. The ukulele lesson (Nov 8) is in the timetable

NOTE

Pleasure boats

Advance lottery via the application form, Sep 25–Oct 16; winners contacted from Oct 19

Live music & DJs

Nov 7: The Burro, Yellow Teresa STAND/:Shinon, Chica feat. harmony crew, SOFA ROCKERS
Nov 8: Aloha Sakaians, sparromania, Yukari Sekiya (key) × Takumi Seino (gt), Lina Lina
Set times are still being arranged

Also

Next-generation mobility test rides (OpenStreet), Nov 7 only
Expo legacy display: Sakai Old Port pier signboard, art furniture from the Jordan Pavilion, panel exhibits
On Nov 7 the nearby historic Former Sakai Lighthouse opens its interior (12:00–19:00, free, no reservation, ground floor only). Details on Sakai City's page
From Nov 4 to Nov 23, 17:00–22:00, the southern part of Sakai Old Port is lit up as a trial. Details on Sakai City's page

※Inquiries: Sakai City Urban Future Creation Division, 072-228-8033

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FAQ

Is there an entry fee?

Entry is free, and so are the pleasure-boat rides. Some workshops, such as the ukulele lesson, and food and drinks are paid.

Do I need a reservation for the boat rides?

Besides the advance lottery, there is same-day first-come sign-up at the venue, from 12:00 on Nov 7 and from 11:00 on Nov 8. The small boat is for ages 3 and up.

Can I drive there?

There is no parking at the venue. It is about 500 m from Sakai Station on the Nankai Main Line.

Is there anything for kids?

Yes — many workshops suit kids, including a giant smart-ball game, cardboard monster building and candle making.